Child Marriage Severely Limits Opportunity for Girls. This Powerhouse Trio Is on the Case

Child Marriage Severely Limits Opportunity for Girls. This Powerhouse Trio Is on the Case

Michelle Obama, Melinda French Gates and Amal Clooney joined forces this fall to take on child marriage, a human rights violation that affects an estimated 23 girls a minute. Here’s what each philanthropist is bringing to the table.

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Philanthropy Made a Flurry of Commitments During the UN Meeting. Here’s Where the Money is Headed

Philanthropy Made a Flurry of Commitments During the UN Meeting. Here’s Where the Money is Headed

Philanthropy was more active than usual in last week’s United Nations General Assembly, as the secretary general called for a “rescue mission” to get Sustainable Development Goals on track. Here’s a rundown of the big pledges.

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This U.N.-Created Fund Is Moving $1 Billion and Counting for Education During Times of Crisis

This U.N.-Created Fund Is Moving $1 Billion and Counting for Education During Times of Crisis

Education Cannot Wait is a U.N.-created fund with a mission to support children’s learning during times of crisis. Director Yasmin Sharif details how the organization works, and its plans for future philanthropic fundraising.

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